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Redfield  College 

(Founded  May  3,  1887) 

BULLETIN  OF  INFORMATION 


Vo1-  XIV  MAY  1915  No.  2 


• Redfield  Conservatory 
of  Music 

MATTHEW  NATHANAEL  LUNDQUIST,  A.  M„  Mus.  Doc. 

Director 


PUBLISHED  QUARTERLY  BY 
REDFIELD  COLLEGE,  REDFIELD,  S.  DAK. 


Entered  at  Post-Office  at  Redfield,  S.  Dak.,  as  Second-Class  Matter,  under  the  Act  of  Congress 

of  July  16,  1894. 

UNIVERSITY  Of  ILLINOIS 


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PRESIDENT'S  OFFICE 


Redlield  College  will  have  a Conservatory  of  Music  second  to  none 
in  the  state,  beginning  with  the  coming  year,  two  teachers  of  the 
first  rank  have  been  secured  to  take  charge  of  the  piano,  organ  and 
voice  departments.  We  believe  there  is  nothing  too  good  for  Redfield 
and  have  therefore  made  a special  effort  to  secure  such  teachers  as 
can  meet  the  musical  needs  of  college  and  community. 

Now  let  us  tell  you  about  these  two  teachers. 

Dr.  Matthew  N.  Lundquist,  the  Director,  is  a director  and  musician 
of  great  ability.  His  preparation  includes  three  years  of  study  at 
Augustana  College,  two  years  at  Chicago  Musical  College,  two  years 
at  Midwestern  Conservatory  of  Music  (Des  Moines,  Iowa),  where  he 
received  the  degree  of  Bachelor  of  Music;  several  years  were  spent 
under  the  best  artists  of  New  York  City;  one  year  he  studied  under 
the  noted  Constantin  von  Sternberg,  a pupil  of  Franz  Liszt.  He  en- 
joys the  distinction  of  being  a member  of  the  Pennsylvania  Chapter 
of  the  American  Guild  of  Organists.  The  degree  of  Master  of  Arts 
has  been  conferred  upon  him  by  Susquehanna  University  (Pennsyl- 
vania). The  degree  of  Doctor  of  Music  was  conferred  upon  Professor 
Lundquist  by  Lincoln  Musical  College  in  June,  1915.  The  degree 
was  conferred  on  strength  of  thorough  knowledge  in  musical  theory 
and  also  on  strength  of  an  admirable  thesis  on  “The  Educational 
Value  of  Music”  which  contains  a great  deal  of  philosophical  thought 
and  valuable  suggestions.  This  thesis  further  shows  that  Prof.  Lund- 
quest  is  a scholar  and  a pedagogue  of  uncommon  strength. 

Among  his  varied  experiences  as  a director  and  teacher  may  be 
mentioned  the  following  institutions,  where  he  has  successfully  served : 
Walden  College  (Kansas),  Upsala  College  (New  Jersey),  Brooklyn 
Conservatory  of  Music  (New  York),  Northwestern  College  (Minne- 
sota), Taylor  University  (Indiana),  Marion  Conservatory  of  Music 
(Indiana),  Susquehanna  University  (Pennsylvania). 

Professor  Lundquist  is  a pianist,  organist  and  chorus  director  of 
recognized,  not  to  say  extraordinary  ability.  As  a teacher  he  has  been 
remarkably  successful,  accomplishing  splendid  results,  due  to  his 
painstaking  and  conscientious  care,  as  well  as  his  thorough  musician- 
ship. 

So  that  you  may  judge  for  yourself  that  we  are  not  praising  him 
too  highly  just  read  these 

Press  Notices. 

Says  a leading  Pennsylvania  daily:  “Pre-eminent  among  the 
soloists  is  Matthew  Lundquist,  Dean  of  Susquehanna  University  Con- 
servatory of  Music.  He  ranks  as  one  of  the  most  able  pianists  of 
Pennsylvania.” 

From  the  Selinsgrove  Times:  “It  was  Dean  Lundquist’s  debut  as 
an  oratorio  conductor  in  Selinsgrove,  but  he  made  his  entrance  a 
triumphal  success.  He  proved  himself  an  able  interpreter,  an  apt 
teacher,  and  a skilled  drillmaster  of  musicians.  Along  with  his  own 
enviable  achievement  as  the  guiding  spirit  in  the  oratorio,  honors 
were  shared  by  Mrs.  Lundquist,  who  made  her  first  appearance  here 
as  a soprano  soloist.” 


¥OE¥II©M  FEES 

Voice  and  Beginners  in  Piano: 

Per  Semester,  one  30-minute  lesson  a week  - $13.00 

Per  Semester,  two  30  minute  lessons  a week  - 24.00 

Less  than  one  Semester,  30-minute  lesson,  each  - 1.00 

Pipe-Organ  and  others  than  absolute  Beginners  in  Piano: 

Per  Semester,  one  lesson  a week  ------  $16.00 

Per  Semester,  two  lessons  a week  - 29.00 

Per  Semester,  three  lessons  a week  ------  38.00 

Less  than  a semester,  each  lesson  - 1.25 

Piano  rental,  per  Semester,  one  hour  daily  - $2.00  to  $ 3.00 

Pipe-Organ  rental,  per  Semester,  one  hour  daily  - - 18.00 

Two  hours  daily  - 36.00 


From  The  Susquehanna:  “With  all  due  praise  for  the  participants 
in  former  Faculty  Recitals,  yet  it  must  be  said  that  the  one  rendered 
in  Seibert  Concert  Hall  on  Thursday  evening,  October  23rd,  before 
a packed  house  was  the  best  ever  given  by  any  musical  faculty  at 
Susquehanna.  Dean  Lundquist  was  heartily  applauded  after  his  ren- 
dition upon  the  organ  of  several  numbers,  including  one  of  his  own 
composition.” 

From  the  review  of  the  Grand  May  Music  Festival,  in  The  Sunbury 
Daily,  May  22nd,  1914:  “There  never  was  a more  magnificent  offering 
of  musical  talent  in  Sunbury ’s  history.  Not  only  were  the  visiting- 
soloists  fine  attractions,  but  the  home  singers  proved  to  be  at  their 
best.  Dean  Matthew  Lundquist,  who  is  probably  the  most  active  and 
the  most  clever  musical  director  Susquehanna  University  has  ever 
had,  had  perfect  control  over  hi’s  host  of  vocalists.  He  is  keenly  alive 
to  the  possibilities  of  talented  singers  and  brings  out  the  best  there 
is  in  them.” 

Says  one  of  the  most  prominent  artists  of  today,  Doctor  Heinrich 
Pfitzner:  “Concerning  his  qualities  as  a musician  and  teacher,  I have 
to  say  that  Mr.  Lundquist  has  proven  his  high  capacity  by  taking  two 
musical  degrees  at  a comparatively  early  age,  and  subsequently  by 

advancing  rapidly  in  his  professional  career I wish  to  close  with 

the  statement  that  any  school  which  secures  Mr.  Lundquist’s  services 
is,  to  my  mind,  to  be  congratulated.” 


“Messiah”  Concert,  given  last  night  was  the  best  ever.  Under  the 
direction  of  Prof.  M.  N.  Lundquist. 

The  finish  with  which  the  chorus  sang  “Surely  He  Hath  Born  Our 
Griefs”  adds  admirably  to  the  credit  of  Prof.  Lundquist’s  careful  study 
and  training. 

The  magnificent  performance  of  Handel’s  immortal  “Messiah”  re- 
vealed to  the  audience  present  at  the  concert  on  last  Wednesday  even- 
ing the  wonderful  human  qualities  in  this  music,  which  though  frankly 
and  dramatically  emotional  is  none  the  less  reverent  and  devout  in 
the  highest  degree.  Professor  Lundquist  conducted  it  with  a rare 
authority  that  shall  not  be  forgotten. — Wahoo,  (Neb.)  Democrat,  May 
21,  1915.  

Prof.  Lundquist  will  give  instruction  in  piano,  pipe  organ  and 
theory. 

The  fine  new  pipe  organ  of  the  Congregational  church  has  been 
secured  for  instruction  and  practice.  This  is  the  first  opportunity 
for  pipe  organ  work  ever  offered  in  Redfield. 


Mrs.  Laura  Potter  Lundquist , the  Instructor  in  Voice  is  not  only  a 
skilled  teacher  of  experience  but  is  also  as  well  known  as  a soloist. 
She  studied  under  Prof.  Mansfield  of  Boston  and  other  well-known 
teacher's  such  as  Mrs.  Frederick  Snyder  of  St.  Paul  and  Mrs.  Carl 
Ruggles  of  Boston. 


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Mrs.  Lundquist  has  had  charge  of  the  Voice  department  of  North- 
western College;  has  taught  Voice  in  Susquahanna  University  in 
Pennsylvania,  and  has  also  devoted  some  time  to  private  instruction. 
She  has  appeared  as  soloist  in  many  recitals,  concerts  and  choral 
organizations. 


A GREAT  ORATORIO  SOCIETY. 

It  is  Dr.  Lundquist’s  plan  to  organize  a strong  Oratorio  Society  at 
Redfield  at  the  opening  of  the  year  1915-1916.  Dr.  Lundquist  has 
achieved  great  success  as  Conductor  of  several  large  Oratorio  organ- 
izations and  many  of  the  world’s  most  noted  singers  have  appeared  as 
soloist  under  his  baton. 

We  hope  to  organize  and  establish  a Redfield  Oratorio  Society  of  at 
least  one  hundred  and  twenty-five  voices  composed  of  local  residents 
and  students  of  the  College  who  can  qualify  for  membership.  Much 
effort  and  enthusiasm  will  be  evidenced  in  this  great  undertaking.  Its 
purpose  will  be  to  give  great  choral  works  iij^the  best  possible  manner, 
and  to  create  an  enviable  list  of  achievements  of  this  character.  Its 
concerts  are  to  be  events  of  the  greatest  importance  for  Redfiled. 

The  conditions  of  membership  are  a voice  of  fair  effectiveness,  a 
good  ear,  some  knowledge  of  musical  notation,  and  regularity  in  at- 
tendance. Two  concerts  will  be  given  each  season,  one  at  Christmas 
at  which  time  Handel’s  immortal  work  “Messiah”  will  be  given  an- 
nually, and  one  at  the  time  of  the  College  Commencement.  In  this 
connection  we  hope  to  establish  a great  Redfield  Annual  Festival  of 
Music. 


GLEE  CLUB. 

For  many  years  a glee  club  has  been  giving  pleasure  and  training 
to  the  young  men  of  the  college.  This  will  be  continued  under  the 
direction  of  Prof.  Lundquist,  who  has  had  much  experience  in  this 
line. 


For  the  coming  year  instruction  will  be  given  in  piano,  Pipe  Organ, 
Voice  and  Harmony.  This,  the  29th  year  of  the  college  will  begin  on 
Tuesday,  Sept.  14,  1915. 


DEPARTMENTS  OF  INSTRUCTION. 

General  information  about  the  various  courses,  faculty,  equipment, 
expenses,  and  so  on,  may  be  found  in  the  catalog-bulletin  of  the 
College  which  will  be  sent  on  application. 

Special  information  may  be  obtained  by  addressing, 

DR.  EDWARD  ARTHUR  FATH, 

President  Redfield  College,  Redfield,  South  Dakota. 

Any  information  concerning  Redfield  College  Conservatory  of  Music 
may  be  obtained  by  addressing  or  calling  upon, 

DR.  MATTHEW  LUNDQUIST, 

Director  Redfield  Conservatory,  Redfield,  South  Dakota. 


